2005 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, both 2005 BMW X3 and 2005 Chrysler Concorde were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Concorde (201 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW X3 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X3 | 2005 Chrysler Concorde | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | X3 | Concorde |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |